Obstructed Oceanview Stateroom

The Obstructed Oceanview stateroom is approximately 168 square feet and features the same fine amenities as our Oceanview stateroom, but the view from the picture window is either fully or partially obstructed. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.

These features and fine amenities are standard in the Obstructed Oceanview stateroom:

Picture window (fully or partially obstructed view)

Twin beds convertible to a queen-size bed*

Private bathroom with shower

Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion

100% Egyptian cotton linens

Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk

110V AC electrical outlet with U.S. plug fittings

Daily housekeeping service

Nightly turn-down service

*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed.

Oceanview with Porthole

The Oceanview stateroom is approximately 163 to 171 square feet and features a picture porthole^ for memorable views. The Oceanview stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.

These features and fine amenities are standard in the Oceanview stateroom:

Picture window^

Twin beds convertible to a queen-size bed*

Private bathroom with shower

Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion

100% Egyptian cotton linens

Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk

110V AC electrical outlet with U.S. plug fittings

Daily housekeeping service

Nightly turn-down service

^Select staterooms may have a porthole instead of a picture window.

*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed.

^Select staterooms may have a porthole instead of a picture window.
*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed.

Oceanview Stateroom

The Oceanview stateroom is approximately 163 to 171 square feet and features a picture window^ for memorable views. The Oceanview stateroom is richly appointed with fine amenities. Some also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.

These features and fine amenities are standard in the Oceanview stateroom:

Picture window^

Twin beds convertible to a queen-size bed*

Private bathroom with shower

Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion

100% Egyptian cotton linens

Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk

110V AC electrical outlet with U.S. plug fittings

Daily housekeeping service

Nightly turn-down service

^Select staterooms may have a porthole instead of a picture window.

*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed.

Balcony Stateroom

The spacious approximately 232-square-foot Balcony stateroom is appointed with fine amenities and outstanding views from an approximately 47-square-foot private balcony. Some staterooms also have pullman beds to accommodate 3rd and 4th passengers.

These features and fine amenities are standard in the Balcony stateroom:

Balcony with patio furniture

Twin beds that convert to a queen size bed*

Private bathroom with shower

Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion

100% Egyptian cotton linens

Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk

110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings

Daily housekeeping service

Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow

*Due to some cabin configurations, the two twin beds may not convert to a queen size bed.

Club Class Mini-Suite with Balcony

Club Class Mini-Suites feature the same great amenities as the standard Mini-Suites, but with exclusive VIP touches. This includes the delicious temptation of exclusive Club Class Dining privileges, priority embarkation and disembarkation, and the new Princess Luxury Bed, designed by leading experts in both the science and beauty of sleep.

Upgraded Amenities & Services

Exclusive Club Class Dining for dinner each night, plus breakfast and lunch on sea days

The Princess Luxury Bed

Priority Embarkation & Disembarkation at the beginning and end of your cruise

Full access to the Priority Disembarkation Lounge

Complimentary one time wine set-up on embarkation day, 1/2 bottle of red and 1/2 bottle of white

Complimentary Premium Evening Canapés (upon request)

Upgraded Terry Shawl Bathrobes

Plus the Standard Mini-suite Benefits

Spacious staterooms up to 323 square feet with balcony

Upgraded balcony with patio furniture (table and two chairs)

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors

Separate seating area with coffee table and a sofa bed

Private bathroom with combination tub and shower

Massage shower head

Shampoo, conditioner and body lotion

100% Egyptian Cotton Terry Towels

Welcome glass of champagne

Fruit Basket (upon request)

RefrigeratorTwice daily housekeeping service

Evening bed turn-down with chocolates on your pillow

Two 42” flat-panel satellite televisions

Hair Dryer

Phone & Desk

Tote Bag

Digital Security Safe

110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings

Mini-Suite With Balcony

The luxurious Mini-Suite offers approximately 323 square feet of comfort and a separate seating area with a sofa bed for lounging or sleeping a third passenger. The spacious balcony is approximately 61 square feet and the bathroom offers a combination tub and shower. Some Mini-Suites also have a pullman bed to accommodate a 4th passenger.

These features and fine amenities are standard in a Mini-Suite stateroom:

Welcome glass of champagne

Separate seating area with a sofabed

Balcony with patio furniture

Twin beds that convert to a queen-size bed*

Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow

Two flat-panel televisions

Private bathroom with combination tub and shower

Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion

100% Egyptian cotton linens

Satellite TV, refrigerator, hair dryer, safe, closet, phone and desk

110-volt, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings

Daily housekeeping service

Window Suite

Window Suites feature a large picture window instead of a balcony. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities, along with special suite-only benefits.

Includes all the fine amenities of a spacious Club Class Mini-Suite plus:

Suite

Surrounding you with deluxe accommodations, a spacious Suite with balcony includes all the amenities of a Club Class Mini-Suite, plus incredible premiums. Enjoy more living space, a sofa bed and separate seating areas, and wonderfully enhanced amenities that range from priority embarkation and disembarkation to a complimentary mini-bar setup in suite and so much more.

Includes all the fine amenities of a spacious Club Class Mini-Suite plus:

Grand Suite with Balcony

Premium accommodations and luxurious appointments are the signature of our expansive 319 to 730-square-foot Suites. Suite staterooms include a spacious cabin and large 114 to 181-square-foot balcony, along with special suite-only benefits. All Suites include a separate seating area with a sofabed, walk-in closet, full bathroom and deluxe amenities.

These features and deluxe amenities are standard in a Suite stateroom:

Separate seating area with a sofa bed

Upgraded balcony furniture with room for four: two comfortable loungers, a table and two chairs

Complimentary mini-bar set-up

CD/DVD player with access to a complimentary DVD library

Walk-in closet with personal safe

Comfortable luxury pillow-top mattress

Twin beds that convert to a queen-size bed*

100% Egyptian cotton linens

Upgraded bathroom amenities and hair dryer

Two flat-panel satellite TVs

Evening bed turn-down, chocolates on your pillow

Refrigerator

Writing desk and phone

110V, 60-cycle alternating current (AC) with standard U.S. plug fittings

Daily housekeeping service

Enhanced nightly turn-down service

A host of other benefits and amenities

Multiple Decks

Interior Stateroom - Category IE

Multiple Decks

Interior Stateroom - Category IC

Multiple Decks

Interior Stateroom - Category IB

Multiple Decks

Interior Stateroom - Category ID

Multiple Decks

Interior Stateroom - Category IF

Emerald Deck 8

Obstructed Oceanview - Category OY

Emerald Deck 8

Obstructed Oceanview - Category OV

Emerald Deck 8

Obstructed Oceanview - Category OW

Emerald Deck 8

Obstructed Oceanview - Category OZ

Plaza Deck 5

Porthole Ocean View Cabin - Category OE

Plaza Deck 5

Oceanview Stateroom - Category OC

Multiple Decks

Oceanview Stateroom - Category OF

Baja Deck 11

Balcony Stateroom - Category BA

Multiple Decks

Premium Balcony Stateroom - Category B4

Caribe Deck 10

Premium Balcony Stateroom - Category B2

Multiple Decks

Balcony Stateroom - Category BB

Multiple Decks

Balcony Stateroom - Category BC

Multiple Decks

Balcony Stateroom - Category BD

Multiple Decks

Balcony Stateroom - Category BE

Multiple Decks

Balcony Stateroom - Category BF

Multiple Decks

Penthouse Suite - Category S3

Dolphin Deck 9

Club Class Mini-Suite - Category M1

Dolphin Deck 9

Mini Suite with Balcony - Category MB

Dolphin Deck 9

Mini Suite with Balcony - Category MD

Multiple Decks

Mini Suite with Balcony - Category ME

Fiesta Deck 6

Window Suite(No Balcony) - Category S7

Multiple Decks

Vista Suite - Category S6

Sun Deck 15

Premium Suite - Category S5

Caribe Deck 10

Penthouse Suite - Category S4

Multiple Decks

Owner's Suite - Category S2

Baja Deck 11

Grand Suite - Category S1

Please note: All prices featured are per person (unless otherwise stated),
and include non commission fares (taxes, fees and port expenses).
Prices and availability are subject to change due to changes made by the Cruise Companies.
Prices quoted are based on payments made via BPAY or bank transfer.
Visa and Mastercard payments incur a 1.5% transaction fee.

Itinerary

Day 1

Melbourne
Depart: Sun, Nov 24, 2019 @ 16:00

Day 2

At Sea

Mon, Nov 25, 2019

Day 3

At Sea

Tue, Nov 26, 2019

Day 4

Fiordland National Park (Scenic Cruising)

Arrive: Wed, Nov 27, 2019 @ 07:00

Depart: Wed, Nov 27, 2019 @ 16:00

Day 5

Dunedin (Port Chalmers)

Arrive: Thu, Nov 28, 2019 @ 08:00

Depart: Thu, Nov 28, 2019 @ 18:00

Day 6

Akaroa

Arrive: Fri, Nov 29, 2019 @ 08:00

Depart: Fri, Nov 29, 2019 @ 18:00

Day 7

Wellington

Arrive: Sat, Nov 30, 2019 @ 07:00

Depart: Sat, Nov 30, 2019 @ 16:00

Day 8

Napier

Arrive: Sun, Dec 1, 2019 @ 07:00

Depart: Sun, Dec 1, 2019 @ 14:00

Day 9

Tauranga

Arrive: Mon, Dec 2, 2019 @ 07:00

Depart: Mon, Dec 2, 2019 @ 18:15

Day 10

Auckland

Arrive: Tue, Dec 3, 2019 @ 07:00

Depart: Tue, Dec 3, 2019 @ 14:00

Day 11

At Sea

Wed, Dec 4, 2019

Day 12

At Sea

Thu, Dec 5, 2019

Day 13

At Sea

Fri, Dec 6, 2019

Day 14

Melbourne
Arrive: Sat, Dec 7, 2019 @ 06:00

Onboard experience

Fresh And Flexible, Dine Any Time: Just like a restaurant at home, Anytime Dining enables guests the freedom to dine when and with whom they wish, at any time between 5:30 PM and 10 PM. Reservations are available through an onboard dining hotline, but not required, and diners may choose to eat only with their own group, or be seated with other guests. The choice is yours.

Traditional Dining

Indulge In The Classic Cruise Experience: Harkening back to the Golden Era of sea travel, our Traditional Dining option allows you to dine at the same time each day and enjoy the same tablemates and waitstaff throughout your voyage. Choose from either early or late seating.

Horizon Court

Horizon Court offers an endless selection that changes throughout the day to satisfy the most discriminating palate. Indulge in a delightful array of worldwide cuisine, freshly baked breads and regional comfort foods, in a casual setting at breakfast, lunch or dinner. Enjoy fresh fruits, signature pastas and desserts galore along with your favorite beverages and customizable features like create-your-own salads and sandwiches.

International Cafe

Open 24-hours a day, the International Café located in the Piazza is the place for an ever-changing array of small bite meals, treats and gourmet beverages. Grab a freshly baked croissant to start your day, snack on pies and quiche or choose from a wide variety of salads and sandwiches at lunchtime, and indulge in decadent desserts in the evening. Coffee and tea fans will love the New Grounds Crafted Coffee menu featuring a variety of specialty espresso-based drinks made from a custom blend of coffee beans, as well as iced tea fusions.

Prego Pizzeria

A perennial Princess passenger favorite, Prego serves up freshly made Neopolitan-style pizza by the slice or by the whole pie. Named the "Best Pizza at Sea" by USA TODAY, you’ll savor classic favorites made with hand-tossed dough, fresh tomato sauce, cheeses and pepperoni or try the daily specials.

Trident Grill

Follow your nose to the Trident Grill where the burgers are flipping and the hotdogs roasting, served with a variety of fixin’s and crisp fries. Veggie burgers, bratwurst and grilled chicken breast are also served and all are sure to hit the spot when you are relaxing out on deck.

Craft by Curtis

In the Main Dining Room, savor fresh new cuisine designed by award-winning Chef Curtis Stone during every voyage. Personal reflections on the menu by Chef Stone elaborate on each "Crafted" selection, prepared with the most authentic ingredients. Be enticed by dishes featuring delicious meats and seafood, fresh produce and vibrant, bold flavors.

Featuring premium aged beef and fresh seafood items, this specialty restaurant offers an intimate dining experience in a classically elegant setting and an open kitchen where chefs prepare and cook to order top-quality cuts of beef, chops and seafood.

Chef's Table

Taking dining to a new level, the Chef’s Table Experience includes pre-dinner cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the galley for you and a limited number of fellow guests. After your executive chef describes the specially designed menu for the night, participants are escorted to an intimate table for the main course, including pairing suggestions. Each couple receives a personalized autographed copy of Princess’ best-selling cookbook, a handwritten copy of the special menu and a complimentary photo.

Bars and Lounges

A lounge where Indiana Jones would feel at home, designed to evoke the wonders of the Far East and Africa. Entertainment includes cabaret acts, singers, magicians, comedians and dancing.

Skywalkers NightClub

Boasting panoramic views form its vantag point 15 decks above the sea, Skywalkers Nightclub is the hottest spot to be after the sun goes down. Immerse yourself in the high-energy atmosphere and get into the groove while you senses are set abuzz by the state-of-the-art sound and lighting system.

Wheelhouse Bar

P&O memorabilia decorates the nautically-themed Wheelhouse Bar, where the attentive staff is always ready to take your order.

Vines

Vines boasts an extensive collection of wines, like Opus One, Super Tuscans, fine sparkling wines and regional offerings for purchase. The menu also includes wine flights and a selection of wines by the glass. Gourmet delicacies, such as antipasti and tapas, are complimentary with any wine purchase.

Entertainment

The Princess Theatre offers two shows each evening, that change daily. Offering Broadway at Sea with classics, popular hits original numbers.

Vista Lounge

Seating over 300 people, pull up a seat and enjoy the guest entertainers, magicians and comedians. Or part-take in an instructor lead class such as line-dancing. There is always something for everyone.

Casino

From gaming lessons to the latest slot machines to prize tournaments, our Casinos offer fun and excitement. If you enjoy blackjack, or “21,” and Texas Hold 'Em, our tables play by Vegas rules and if you relish the challenge of roulette, we offer the American version.
The casino will not be open when in port.

Movies under the Stars

Day time or Night time watch a feature film, concert or sports game on the Big Screen on the pool deck. Feast on complimentary popcorn or cookies and stay comfortable with fleece blankets in the evening.

Festivals of the World

There’s nothing like a Princess party to bring people together. Our Festivals of the World hosts onboard events that celebrate timeless traditions from nearly every corner of the globe.* Parties and dancing, lively music and folkloric performances, enriching activities, themed movies and specialty shopping are just some of the ways our Festivals of the World come to life! From Oktoberfest to Rio’s Carnival, Festivals of the World is a gala event you won’t want to miss.

Featured Guest Entertainers

Grab a seat, order a cocktail and be prepared to be entertained by our lineup of world class entertainers. From magic to comedy, singers to instrumentalists, jugglers to balancing acts and much, much more, we search the globe for top talent to be featured on our ships. So get ready to be amazed, entertained, mesmerized or just laugh the night away!

Kids Club

Princess Cruises Children's Clubs and Teen Lounges ensure our all cruisers, young and old, stay happy all day long

The Treehouse (formerly Pelicans) : Ages 3-7 years

Go wild in the animal-themed Treehouse. With a range of activities including: art projects, protecting the wildlife and takeing part ina Pirate night, your kids can huddle, create and discover all cruise long.

The Lodge (formerly Shockwaves): Ages 8-12 years

An outdoor based area, will engage minds and muscles. Build rockets, Scavenger hunts, miniatures Olympics and Mythbuster challenges are just some of the fun to be found.

The Beach House (formerly Remox): Ages 13-17 years

A contemporary surf-themed lounge, your teen will never want to leave. With plenty to do from video game tournaments, movie nights, dance classes and a VIP party they will keep busy or be happy to just hang.

Club 1820

A private secret society for 18-20 year olds - no parents, no siblings a secret handshake and code is required to enter

Please note Image and Club names are based on the new Children's/Teens areas are that are being rolled out onto Golden Princess in March 2018

Babysitting

For your convenience, group kidsitting is offered in the Youth Centers. Kids can relax and watch movies or play games with their friends while mom and dad have a relaxing night out.

Sports & Fitness

Sea Princess has a well equipped Gym, with an aerobics room for Yoga, Pilates and Spin classes. (Charges may apply for classes)

A Sports Court is available for volleyball and basketball with space for spectator seating.

There is also Table Tennis and Shuffleboard available.

Two golf simulators let passengers try their luck "playing" world famous golf courses, and their are golf nets to practice your swings on the Lido Deck. You can also find onboard a Nine hole mini golf course

Swimming

Take a dip in our sparkling freshwater pools and leave your everyday world behind. Unwind on a padded lounger and soak up the sun, catch up on reading, listen to music or dream of your next adventure on board or ashore. And what better way to relax and revitalize after a day exploring the world than a long soak in one of our whirling hot tubs. And don’t forget, there is always a server nearby to bring you a refreshing cocktail or favourite beverage.

Adults Only Area

A luxurious Adult only retreat located on deck 15 offers you the chance to completely unwind and relax.

Serenity Stewards will attend to your every need, from getting you drinks and meals to spraying you with Evian water atmizers.

Massages are available in in the two outdoor private cabanas.

Half-day passes for The Sanctuary are available for $20 per person, for 8 am to 12:30 pm or 1 pm to 5:30 pm or later. Guests choosing to indulge with an outdoor massage may also enjoy an hour’s use of The Sanctuary area after their treatment.

Ship info

Golden Princess is a Grand Class cruise ship for Princess Cruises that entered service in 2001. It is the sister ship of Grand Princess and Star Princess. It measures 109,000 gross tons and carries 2,600 passengers (double occupancy) plus 1,100 crew members. In 2009 the ship went into dry dock for an extensive make over with a number of Princess Cruises signature features added, including a new piazza-style atrium, an adults-only Sanctuary, Movies Under the Stars poolside screen, Crown Grill steak and seafood restaurant and a variety of other enhancements.

Vessel: Golden Princess

Year: 2001

Beam: 118

Cruising speed: 22

Bars/Lounges: 12

Crew: 1100

Gross Tonnage: 108,865

Gym: Yes

Kids Club: Ages 3 -17

Onboard Currency: AUD on Australia cruises otherwise USD

Passenger Capacity: 2,636

Show Lounge: Daily Shows

Vessel: 4

Whirlpool Spas: 8

24-Hour Room Service

All Main Meals Included

Anytime Dining

Art Auctions

Coin Operated Laundry

Dance Classes

Duty Free Shopping

Florist

Guest Entertainers

Internet Facilities

Jogging Track

Live Music

Photographer

Quiet Library

Security Safe in Cabin

Themed Party Nights

Decks

Golden Princess - Deck Plans

Cruise reviews

"Loved the Golden Princess"

My family and I travelled on the Golden Princess in January 2016.
Our party consisted of myself my husband in our sixties our daughter and son in in their forties and three grandchildren 16, 14 & 9 years old.
They was plenty for all age groups and the 9 year old really enjoyed her club and did a program called 'junior chef at sea' which she and a small group decorated a cake with the help of the chef. She received a certificate and hat and apron, this was only $25 Aud. So was well worth it.
The older boys did not attend the program's choosing to be with the adults or in the pool.
Speaking for myself and my husband we found the food amazing, we had anytime dining and booked everyday at 5.30 and there was always a table for us. We mostly ate together and they always put us on the same big table.
Food in the Horizon Court , breakfast and lunch was also very good.
Staff were very helpful and even when busy, always a table somewhere at the Horizon Court.
Drinks were readily available and plates cleaned away quickly.
Our cabin steward was super polite and efficient.
In all as a couple we have been on 5 cruises and this has to be one of the favourites.

"The Renovation Cruise"

This was supposed to be a positioning cruise but it appeared to be more like a renovation cruise. The ship was apparently heading to California for a long awaited update. However Princess decided to start the work during the 31 day cruise. The most serious issues for us were the problems we experienced with our cabin toilet which generally failed to flush for the first five days and at various times later in the cruise. Princess did offer some compensation but it was clearly a fairly widespread issue on this cruise. Not only inconvenient but also a potential health hazard. More generally the works going on included repainting public areas and taking the main pool out of use for three (sea) days, also for repainting. This together with the rather tired appearance of the ship spoiled what would otherwise have been an excellent and really good value cruise. We hope the ship will look much smarter when it comes to be based in Melbourne later this year.
On the positive side, we enjoyed the ports of call, particularly in Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Mexico which each came as a very pleasant surprise. We avoided the Princess tours which were generally criticised by other passengers as being too expensive and had no difficulty finding ways to independently entertain ourselves in each port..
An area that particularly impressed was the overall standard of the food and we were surprised at the consistent criticism of other passengers. The steakhouse experience was excellent and generally the dining room meals were fine. Also the pizzas were pretty good. Sometimes food in the buffet could have been hotter but this is a normal criticism of buffets. Also the chefs there were brilliant at assisting my wife who had particular dietary requirements.
Entertainment on cruise ships is very much a matter of personal taste and our view on this cruise was that it was varied - some acts very good, some terrible. We have to say that the Cruise Director did not appeal to us and did not seem to add much value to the cruise. Other members of his staff seemed to offer far more (especially Jamie) and they organised a good range of activities.
Embarkation in Buenos Aires was a little tedious and disembarkation was no better in Los Angeles, not helped by a late arrival and delays in delivering the luggage.
Overall, this was a very enjoyable cruise but could have been even better if only Princess would pay more attention to detail (lots of little things - eg playing a movie without turning the disco music off).

"over 70 years cruise"

Very good and enjoyed the trip with good food ,.Cabin Staff were top of the marks. I would like another cruise but on a pension we and others have find the cost out of a small money income. With our good weather meant enjoying the outside for many hours talking to some senior officers. As a mental break and great company is felt very relaxed. thanks to all. BH

"Our eighth cruise, my husband's last"

We had a wonderful time as it was my husband's birthday cruise, little knowing that within five weeks of returning he would have passed away. Port Arthur was his most interesting place. He was appalled at the conditions the prisoners were kept in. It was a sobering time for him to hear their stories. I wanted to visit it all again and take my mother this time as she has never been to Tasmania and is now a sprightly 91 year old.

"Alaska Cruise"

This was our first cruise. We were very happy overall with the cruise. The only issue we had was with the pressure selling and sales hype. We attended a shopping session on day 1 thinking they would be telling us about the ports etc that we were to visit but not so it was to sell a book of vouchers, it was incredible to see the hype and clamouring from passengers to buy these for and exorbitant fee(we felt). We were speaking to a couple a few days later and they said they couldn't understand why they bought one. Also all the ports we called at were built and we felt owned by the cruise companies. but all in all it was a lovely trip. The staff were delightful and very helpful.